Study in Kyrgyzstan from India: Universities, Costs & Visa

Why study in Kyrgyzstan?

Kyrgyzstan is mainly chosen by Indian students for General Medicine, the local degree that leads to a medical licence (often called MD). Several universities teach it in English, and fees at state universities are published in Kyrgyz som (KGS).

Medical education here changed a lot in 2026. The Ministry of Health now accredits every medical university. Universities that failed accreditation lose the right to enrol students and issue diplomas. The Embassy of India in Bishkek publishes the current list. Check it before you apply.

If you plan to practise in India, your course must meet the NMC Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) Regulations 2021. Check every university against these rules yourself. NMC does not endorse any list of foreign medical universities.

English-medium General Medicine is offered at several universities, including the state medical academy (KSMA).
The Ministry of Health now accredits medical universities and publishes the results (May 2026).
Fees at state universities are set by official order. KRSU's English-medium fee for 2026–27 is KGS 290,000 in year 1.
A presidential decree of 30 April 2026 put a moratorium on tuition fee rises at universities and colleges.
A state centre for international student admissions was set up in March 2026 to coordinate admission, visas and documents.
The Indian Embassy in Bishkek publishes regular advisories for Indian medical students.

Popular universities in Kyrgyzstan

I.K. Akhunbaev Kyrgyz State Medical Academy (KSMA)
Bishkek · State academy; General Medicine in English (5 years)
Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University (KRSU)
Bishkek · Not subject to the 2026 medical accreditation
Osh State University
Osh · General Medicine accredited for 6 years (2026)
International Higher School of Medicine (IHSM)
Bishkek · General Medicine accredited for 6 years (2026)
Asian International University named after S. Tentishev
Kant · General Medicine accredited for 6 years (2026)
International University of Kyrgyzstan (IUK)
Bishkek · General Medicine accredited for 6 years (2026)
Jalal-Abad State University named after B. Osmonov
Jalal-Abad · State university; 1-year accreditation term (2026)
American University of Central Asia (AUCA)
Bishkek · US-style liberal arts; degrees with Bard College

Popular programmes

General Medicine (MD / MBBS-equivalent)
Dentistry
Pharmacy
Pediatrics
Software Engineering
Economics
Business Administration
Applied Mathematics and Informatics

Courses from our Course Finder

General Medicine in English
I.K. Akhunbaev Kyrgyz State Medical Academy (KSMA) · Bishkek · MBBS / Medicine · 5 years
Medicine (for foreign citizens)
Osh State University · Osh · MBBS / Medicine · 5 years
MBBS/MD 6 Year Course (English medium)
Asian International University named after S. Tentishev · Kant · MBBS / Medicine · 6 years
MBBS/MD 5 Year Course (English medium)
Asian International University named after S. Tentishev · Kant · MBBS / Medicine · 5 years
BDS/DDS 5 Year Course (English or Russian medium)
Asian International University named after S. Tentishev · Kant · Bachelor’s · 5 years
General Medicine based on 12 years education (for foreign students)
Jalal-Abad State University named after B. Osmonov · Jalal-Abad · MBBS / Medicine

See all 20 courses in Kyrgyzstan with fees and intakes

Cost of studying: financial breakdown

Expense	Amount
Medicine tuition (minimum)	US$3,000 (US$3,500 at KSMA)Minimum fee stated by Kyrgyz officials, April 2026, as reported by the Indian Embassy
English-medium tuition, KRSU	KGS 290,000 (year 1)2026–27, non-CIS foreign citizens; later years differ
Bachelor's / master's tuition, KRSU	KGS 170,000 (year 1)2026–27, non-CIS foreign citizens; Russian-medium programmes
Living costs / proof of funds	No official figure publishedAsk your university for a written estimate of hostel and living costs
Student visa fee	Depends on visa category, type and periodKyrgyz e-visa portal; fees are not refunded
Health insurance	Mandatory policy requiredKSMA asks for a copy of a mandatory health insurance policy
Overstay penalty (exit visa)	US$200 – US$2,200+US$200 up to 3 months; US$1,100 for 3–12 months; US$2,200 for 1–2 years

Typical tuition in rupees: ≈ ₹2–3 lakh per year (European Central Bank and Bank of Russia reference rates, 9 October 2026).

Application checklist

1Qualify NEET-UG. NMC treats the result as your eligibility certificate, and it is valid for 3 years.
2Check the course meets NMC FMGL 2021: at least 54 months, a 12-month internship at the same university, English medium, and licence eligibility in Kyrgyzstan.
3Check the university's accreditation status in the latest Indian Embassy Bishkek advisory.
4Get your Class 10 and 12 certificates and mark sheets apostilled by MEA (CPV Division), New Delhi.
5Get notarised Russian translations of your school certificates.
6Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the visa, with at least 2 blank pages.
7Medical certificate with HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B/C and malaria results.
8Health insurance policy.
9Read your contract carefully. It should be in English or bilingual. Never hand your passport or original certificates to agents.
10After arrival, register your stay within 5 working days and register with the Indian Embassy (MADAD).

Student visa: Student Visa (type "S")

Indian students need a Kyrgyz student (S) visa. Your university arranges visa support, so apply early. The S visa is valid for up to 90 days. To stay longer, you then get a Resident Card under the new rules adopted in April 2026.

What you’ll need

Visa support arranged by your Kyrgyz university
Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the visa, with at least 2 blank pages
Documents in Kyrgyz or Russian, or translated into one of these languages
Visa fee, which depends on the visa category, type and period
Registration at your place of stay within 5 working days of entry (unless your nationality is exempt)
Resident Card if you need to extend your stay (Decree No. 312, 30 April 2026)

Work and employment options

While you study: The Kyrgyz government publishes no general work allowance for students. Ask your university before you plan any work.
After you graduate: Kyrgyzstan has no published post-study work visa. Most Indian medical graduates return to India to clear the NMC screening test (or NExT) and do a 12-month supervised internship.

To practise in India you must clear the NMC screening test (or NExT when it applies) and do a 12-month supervised internship in India.
FMGL 2021 requires you to be registered to practise medicine in Kyrgyzstan on the same terms as Kyrgyz citizens.
KSMA offers 2–3 year residency programmes in many specialities.
The NMC requires the whole course, including the internship, to be done at the same foreign university.

Good to know: Since June 2026, only medical universities that passed Ministry of Health accreditation may enrol students and issue diplomas. 13 failed, including Avicenna, RMU, IMU, Salymbekov and BIMI. Jalal-Abad State University (listed here) has only a 1-year accreditation term for General Medicine (5- and 6-year) and Pharmacy. The Embassy of India said on 25.08.2026 that, on assurance from the state admissions office, students may still join it. Osh State, IUK, IHSM and Asian International University are accredited for 6 years. KSMA and KRSU were not subject to this accreditation.

Scholarships to explore

AUCA offers financial aid for undergraduate programmes.
KRSU tuition discounts for 2026–27 of 25–50% for students in difficult circumstances (conditions apply).

Official sources · checked 10 October 2026

Figures are indicative planning ranges and change often. Always confirm fees, funds and visa rules on the university and official government websites before you apply.

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